Dresden Files RPG Preview: Nevermore

In the world of The Dresden Files Roleplaying Game -- due out in late June 2010 -- you have the power to bring any city into the "Dresdenverse", to make it your own, and to tell your story.

In this 39-page preview of the Dresden Files RPG, we show you what it looks like when we uncover the hidden supernatural world of Baltimore -- a place perhaps better named Nevermore. And names, as you know, have power...

I've been a fan of the Harry Dresden novels for a few years and Evil Hat's RPG has piqued my curiousity. After reading the free taster, I'll be investing in the whole game. Whilst other reviews I've read have pointed to the system being extraordinary, [...]

I will admit upfront that I am no fan of FATE. But this game looks awesome. It maybe one of the best looking games out right now and it certainly captures the feel of the books. If you are interested in the Dresden Files game, then grab this first. [...]

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